"It is a tremendous honor to even be considered for this very prestigious award," said Hamilton's brain child, playwright, rapper and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda in a statement. "To win today for Hamilton is beyond my wildest dreams." Miranda was recognized as a finalist for the coveted award in 2009 for his debut musical, In The Heights.

In its short run, Hamilton has amassed several accolades, a Grammy Award for "Best Musical Theater Album" and several sold out nights until the end of the decade. Musicians are also getting in on the Hamil-fun by recording a mixtape of the show's infectious songs.

Miranda's hysterical tweet reactions to the news say it all. Congrats to him and the entire cast and crew!